Stevens Point, WI to Cudahy, WI is 160.9 miles and takes about 3h 13m via I 41 and US Highway 10, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that should be manageable for most drivers as a single-day excursion. Expect a largely uninterrupted journey with minimal detours needed, making it ideal for those prioritizing efficiency.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.4 miles from Stevens Point, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 36m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 160.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 41 and US Highway 10. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 80.8 miles on I 41, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your travel. The character is primarily that of efficient travel, designed for covering distance rather than exploring roadside attractions. Expect smooth sailing on these main arteries for most of the 160.9 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 80.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US Highway 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 51 BUS / Division Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 160.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51 BUS / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 147.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 51 BUS / Division Street
Turn left onto US 51 BUS / Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
53.2 mi into trip|~1h 5m in|US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
8
147.5 mi into trip|~2h 50m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East, I 94 West: Milwaukee, Madison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 38A-B
Toward I 94 East, I 94 West: Milwaukee, Madison
9
147.8 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 East, I 43 South Alternate: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 38A
Toward I 94 East, I 43 South Alternate: Milwauk...
9
153.5 mi into trip|~3h in|I 794 / East-West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 794 / East-West Freeway toward I 794 East: Lakefront, Port of Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 310C
Toward I 794 East: Lakefront, Port of Milwaukee
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Stevens Point, WI to Cudahy, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Madison along the way.
Madison
147.5 mi in|~2h 50m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 41
80.8 mi
1h 29m
US Highway 10
49.3 mi
57m
US 45
12.3 mi
14m
East-West Freeway
5.9 mi
8m
Main Street
2.8 mi
5m
John R. Plewa Memorial Lake Parkway
2.3 mi
3m
Lake Freeway
2 mi
3m
South Kinnickinnic Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 80.8 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stevens Point, WI and Cudahy, WI.
1
Start on WI 66
64 ft·9 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 51 BUS
394 ft·15 sec·Division Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto WI 66
1.0 mi·2 min·Clark Street
4
Continue on WI 66
2.8 mi·5 min·Main Street
5
Continue on US 10
49 mi·57 min·US Highway 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
12 mi·14 min·US 45
Exit 276Toward US 45 South: OshkoshUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
8
Merge onto I 41; US 41
81 mi·1 hr 29 min·I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 38A-BToward I 94 East, I 94 West: Milwaukee, MadisonUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 38AToward I 94 East, I 43 South Alternate: MilwaukeeUse the slight left lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 94
4.7 mi·6 min·East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 794
1.2 mi·1 min·East-West Freeway
Exit 310CToward I 794 East: Lakefront, Port of MilwaukeeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 794
2.0 mi·3 min·Lake Freeway
Toward LakefrontUse the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Continue on I 794
2.3 mi·3 min·John R. Plewa Memorial Lake Parkway
16
Turn slight right
0.3 mi·54 sec
Toward Howard Avenue
17
Keep slight left at fork
96 ft·5 sec
18
Turn left onto East Howard Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·East Howard Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn right onto South Kinnickinnic Avenue
1.1 mi·2 min·South Kinnickinnic Avenue
20
Continue on East Plankinton Avenue
463 ft·14 sec·East Plankinton Avenue
21
Turn right onto South Kingan Avenue
167 ft·12 sec·South Kingan Avenue
22
Turn left
303 ft·22 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can choose to leave early to maximize your day at your destination or depart mid-morning to avoid peak traffic. There's only one recommended stop, suggesting you won't need to break up the 160.9 miles extensively. Given the 95% highway share, be mindful of fuel stops, especially as the longest stretch is 80.8 miles; plan your refueling before you hit that longer segment to avoid any concerns.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.4 miles from Stevens Point, WI, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 35 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.4 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cudahy, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stevens Point, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stevens Point, WI
This is one driving day of about 160.9 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Stevens Point, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 80.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.4 mi from Stevens Point, WI
· 1h 36m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.3
0
$16.89
$7.72
Efficient EV
40.2
0
$14.08
$6.44
EV Truck/SUV
64.4
0
$22.53
$10.30
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Stevens Point, WI
Morning
in Stevens Point on Saturday
Local time
8:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cudahy, WI
Morning
in Cudahy on Saturday
Local time
8:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 13m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Stevens Point, WI to Cudahy, WI covers 160.9 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, US Highway 10, US 45. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.4 miles from Stevens Point, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.15 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 160.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51 BUS / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 147.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Stevens Point, WI to Cudahy, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Madison along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
